“Stop listening to the pharmaceutical companies… start listening to the people that matter.

“It was about making people better, that’s all it’s about.”

Hallam had intended to take the case to trial, arguing she acted out of medical necessity in the supply of cannabis oil to those who needed the drug to relieve pain.

But in February this year she pleaded guilty to the charges.

Access to medicinal cannabis has been legal in South Australia for some time but it can only be prescribed by doctors under certain circumstances.

Proponents say that for some people, getting hold of suitable products remains difficult.

– AAP

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